Textile Company Richelieu Legwear to Expand
Canadian company Richelieu Legwear announced plans to create 200 jobs at a new facility. Read more...
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RENEW Program Seeks Participants
The next session of RENEW will begin August 5 and Burke Development is seeking qualified candidates to receive this free training. Manufacturers with temporary workers who are a good fit for the program are encouraged to contact Peggy Byrd at 828-448-5299 or visit www.burkedevinc.com/renew.
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Mission Transition Job Fair a Huge Success
For the fourth year in a row the Mission Transition Job Fair was a huge success with high marks from attending employers about the event. Over 750 job seekers met with over 80 employers and community resources. Many companies report that they have already hired candidates from the Fair. Click here to see photos from the event...
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Continental/WPCC to Offer Maintenance Scholarship
Continental recently established the Continental Maintenance Scholarship to assist six students in covering expenses related to full-time enrollment. The application deadline is Monday, July 14. Click here for more information!
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News from our Partners
- The Burke County Chamber of Commerce has named Jerry Davis as President and CEO. Read more...
- Click here to see the latest monthly visitor report from the Burke County Tourism Development Authority
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Project for NC Wood Products
A new project supported by NC State and the Golden Leaf Foundation is designed to grow the production and sales of North Carolina made wood products that are sold in NC retail stores. Read more...
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